Evidence-Based Therapy with a Personalized Approach in Kansas City
Brookside Anxiety & Mental Health combines evidence-based treatment with a client-centered approach, offering individualized care that meets you where you are and supports meaningful, lasting change.
Voted Kansas City’s Best Mental Health Services three years in a row!
Therapy Designed Around You
At Brookside Anxiety & Mental Health, our team of independent practitioners specializes in evidence-based therapy for anxiety, depression, OCD, and related conditions in Kansas City. We’re known for our individualized, flexible approach to mental health care—helping clients and families build lasting tools for resilience, balance, and well-being.
What sets Brookside apart is our commitment to going the ‘extra mile’ to do what’s needed to help each client thrive. Whether that means home, school, or community-based therapy sessions, collaboration with other providers, or responsive support between sessions.
- Home, school, or community-based sessions
- Collaboration with physicians, educators, and other providers
- Responsive communication and between-session support when needed
- Flexibility during times of crisis or transition
- Creative, evidence-based problem-solving for complex challenges
Tailored Services for Every Stage of Life
Supporting individuals, couples, and families in Kansas City with expert therapy services designed for growth and connection.
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Individual Therapy
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Child & Teen Therapy
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Couples Therapy
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Family Therapy
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Group Therapy
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Assessments
Our Licensed Therapists
Meet our experienced team of licensed therapists in Kansas City dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families find clarity and lasting change.
Dr. Heather Smith, PhD
Dr. Chris Sexton, PhD, MS
Dr. Jennifer Fontaine, PsyD
Savanna Stevens, LPC
Dr. Paige Jardine, PsyD
The Brookside Therapy Process
From your first call to meaningful progress, our team guides you through every step with care and understanding.
How Individual Therapy Works
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Step 1: Request
Complete the appointment form or give us a call.
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Step 2: Schedule
We will schedule an initial consultation or intake evaluation.
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Step 3: Evaluation
Visit us at our office or via telehealth for a structured intake evaluation.
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Step 4: Feedback & Psychoeducation
Review diagnostic impressions, expectations, goals, and education on treatment modality.
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Step 5: Psychotherapy
Start learning skills to live life to the fullest.
Located in Kansas City’s Brookside Neighborhood
In-Person and Online Therapy Options for Your Convenience
Our office is conveniently located in Brookside, Kansas City, with easy access for local clients. For those outside the area or seeking flexibility, we also provide secure telehealth sessions—ensuring compassionate, evidence-based therapy wherever you are.
“My provider takes a collaborative approach to therapy, meeting you where you are. She creates a non-judgmental, supportive space where you can speak openly, and she uses research-based methods to help you apply practical strategies in your daily life.”
— BROOKSIDE ANXIETY & MENTAL HEALTH CLIENT
Symbolism of the Fern
Aya is a West African Adinkra symbol of endurance and resourcefulness.
The fern is a hardy plant that can grow in difficult places. “An individual who wears this symbol suggests that he has endured many adversities and outlasted much difficulty.” (Willis, The Adinkra Dictionary)
Dauntlessness and courage are symbolized by this sign. It indicates the will to persist through difficult circumstances. Towards the top, the leaves get smaller—meaning difficulties will diminish as one continues on the chosen path.